ACD Backs the Experts in Specialty & Agro Chemicals

For over 50 years ACD has provided knowledge and resources for businesses within the chemical distribution supply chain including organizations working in specialty chemicals and agrochemicals. Whether it’s regulatory compliance, increased visibility in the marketplace, connecting with new suppliers and partners, or finding new customers, education, and training resources, ACD understands what it takes to help your business thrive within the industry. 

An Alliance That Connects You

ACD members and Affiliates make up a network of professionals and businesses that turn competitors into partners.

Hundreds of experts that process, formulate, repackage, warehouse, transport, and market high-quality chemical products connect through our state-of-the-art directory, in-person meetings, training courses, regional networking events, internal advertising opportunities, and more.

Within ACD, specialty and agro-chemical businesses find a network that supports their niche needs. Members can meet face-to-face at Regional Events, ChemEdge 2025 Trade Show and Conference, and the 2025 Annual Meeting.

Or, members have access to look up potential new suppliers or vendors in our active Membership Directory.

ACD Responsible Distribution^TM – A Commitment to Safety

ACD Responsible Distribution^TM is a trusted and comprehensive set of environmental, health, safety, security, and sustainability standards within the chemical industry. We provide a comprehensive framework that demands continuous improvement in every phase of chemical storage, handling, transportation, and disposal.

As a condition of membership in ACD, companies pledge to operate their businesses ethically and responsibly according to nine Responsible Distribution Guiding Principles.

On average, ACD members save $15,000 a year by participating in Responsible Distribution.

Access Chemical Management Resources to Improve Operations

Members receive access to online trainings, webinars, ACD U courses, leadership programs, and other resources with specific information to help companies improve their operations.

Here are just a few examples of the many ACD policy resources available to chemical professionals in the agriculture and specialty chemical markets:

• OSHA Hazard Communication Standard and Chemical Distribution: The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently finalized its long-awaited rule to update its Hazard Communication Standard (HCS). Chemical distributors are highly impacted by these changes. To meet the new HCS requirements, companies will need to update thousands of safety data sheets and labels for their products. The ACD Regulatory Team prepared this regulatory report to inform chemical distributors about the changes.


• Facility Process Safety Issue Page: ACD members pride themselves on the safety of their facilities. ACD supports regulatory safety policies that are risk-based, clear, and consistent. Learn more about the regulations for facility process safety policies.
   
• ACD 2024 Legislative and Regulatory Outlook Webinar: In this webinar, the ACD Regulatory Team discusses the latest developments on the Superfund Tax, EPA, and OSHA regulations, the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard updates, predictions for trade policy, and more. The Legislative Team discusses what to expect from Congress on these and other issues, including the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards.

Interested in learning more about how ACD supports chemists in the agrochemical and specialty chemical verticals? Complete the form below, and one of our team members will reach out with additional information: